This is the only DVD boxed set that includes all 70 ?Rick Steves? Europe? TV shows and bonus features, produced from 2000 to 2007: Italy?s Cities; Italy?s Countryside; France and Benelux; Austria and the Alps; Germany and ... more &raquoScandinavia; England; Ireland and Scotland; Spain and Portugal; Eastern Europe; Greece, Turkey, Israel and Egypt; and Travel Skills + ?The Making of?. The running time is over 36 hours. Filmed on location by America's most popular travel guidebook writer, Rick Steves' DVDs offer one great escape after another, from Europe's most thrilling cities to its charming, little-known villages. These DVDs are of the highest broadcast quality (NTSC format, all region compatible), with closed-captioning. Each DVD is packaged in a durable Amaray case with on-location cover photos and complete program details.&laquo less

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"This DVD set is excellent and really a supreme bargain at this price. I mean, do the math... 70 shows... that's about a buck per show! And each show is an informational gem!

Like many people, I first saw Rick Steves on Public Television and really liked his casual, practical, and friendly approach to travel. I bought his guidebook, and tried avidly to watch all of his shows through the years whenever they aired (I had no idea how many I had missed). When I saw this complete set on sale, at this extremely reasonable price here, I just jumped on the chance to own them all and enjoy them at my leisure over and over. Watching these shows has given me so many wonderful ideas and suggestions. Based on his recommendations I have a dream trip in mind.

My tongue-in-cheek title to this review refers to the fact that he gives away many secret nooks and hidden corners of Europe that are just breathtakingly beautiful, amazingly quaint and fun, or just sublimely relaxing. I just hope that they do not get spoiled by too many people suddenly going there by becoming aware of their existence! Some of his restaurant recommendations made my mouth water just watching them.

Even if you never pack your bags and set foot on that jet, this DVD set is thoroughly enjoyable as it allows a vicarious and intimate look at some of the best places in Europe from the comfort of your living room.

I give this my HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION."

I can't believe my luck!

Anonymous | USA | 08/15/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I came online looking to purchase a Rick Steves DVD and I found them all in one package! I recieved these quickly and have since watched over half of them. The quality is great and I found the extras to be somewhat useful. Follow the advice of PACK LIGHT (especially when traveling by train). I could watch these episodes for hours on end! Having been to several of the destinations, I enjoyed seeing places familiar to me, as well as planning future adventures. I have to give this set 5 stars based on quality and quantity of the content. I still can't believe I found these all in one place and for such a great price!"

The perfect gift to fire up a friend for European travel.

Jonathan Greenlee | 02/18/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Rick Steves' travel videos are wonderful. They show you what to expect. They show you how to get around. They make you want to go everywhere in Europe. And they are a wonderful way to remember your own visits."

Its like taking a big vacation

E. Nelson | New Durham, NH USA | 06/22/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you enjoy Rick Steves or want to learn about where to go and what to do in Europe, this is a great set. I like how he explores museums so you know which you want to visit. I also like his topics, like day trips outside of London or the Greek Isles versus just doing Athens or big cities. Its an arm chair vacation if you can't afford a big European trip. (By the way, both of my trips to Europe I used his guidebooks and I thought they were good too...I like how he explains the history and details of places- things you might like to know but may not be able to know just by visiting--like its a 4 mile walk through the Vatican Museum.)"

If you never get a chance to visit Europe...

mukhy0 | 07/12/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"watching this show is your best alternative. I saw his show on public TV and became very interested. I try to get other people interested in it as well because it's fun to watch as well as educational! The show acts like he is you own personal tour guide and I could sit and watch a marathon of it all day! He has a friendly, humorous, and passionate personality that goes very well with his very informative show. Unlike other TV personalities, he doesn't come off as too opinionated or a "know it all" who is in your face and over enthusiastic. The show isn't big budgeted and he travels with a small crew so it makes the show feel more personal. Even though he goes to the popular tourist attractions, Rick Steves also shows you little hole-in-the-walls that many people may not be familiar with. He visits museums, peculiar sites, B&Bs, and little restaurants which gives viewers a more authentic, unique feel of the place.

If you enjoy the Travel Channel, the Food Network, or The History Channel, you will enjoy his show. Even if you don't ever plan on going to Europe, watching this show is still entertaining and educational. You end up learning a lot about a country and its history and culture.

I only wish he would expand and do shows about other places aside from Europe!"